We do gas fusion cutting work. This entails three hours of staying in the same place while working with the high heat of gas cutters. For both cooling and protection against dust, an air blower blows on the operators from above, but when the hot season comes in full swing, the cooling effect is limited.
Circumstances
While we wanted to increase these gas fusion cutting processes in the future, we had to think about improving the site so the operators would not have a drop in productivity. We got a couple of demonstration units and carried tests out at the site. The operators said their necks and backs were kept cold and they could work comfortably with them on, so we decided to go with them. We did have to make special modifications to fit our larger employees.
Effectiveness
The COOLEX system cools well, especially around the neck. We are fully satisfied with them as a measure against heatstroke. This also brought about a new demand for something that will help with winter work.
